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HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2026 notification is out for 22 posts across five departments of the Government of Himachal Pradesh, to be filled through the H.P. Administrative Service Combined Competitive Examination-2026. Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) invites Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) from eligible candidates, with the last date to apply set as 22 September 2026.

HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2026

HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2026: Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission has released Advertisement Number 59/8-2026, inviting Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) for recruitment to various posts in different departments of the Government of Himachal Pradesh through the H.P. Administrative Service (HPAS) Combined Competitive Examination-2026. The recruitment covers posts such as H.P. Administrative Services, Block Development Officer, District Controller, District Treasury Officer, and Tehsildar.

Overview

HPPSC HPAS Notification 2026

HPPSC HPAS Notification 2026 has been released, informing candidates about recruitment to 22 posts across five departments via the HPAS Combined Competitive Examination-2026. The notification covers post-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, examination fee, scheme of examination, syllabus, and selection process. Candidates can access detailed instructions on the official HPPSC website.

HPPSC HPAS Notification 2026 PDF Download

HPPSC HPAS Vacancy 2026

HPPSC HPAS Vacancy 2026 has announced 22 posts across 5 departments, as detailed below.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakup

Desirable Qualification: Knowledge of customs, manners, and dialects of Himachal Pradesh, and suitability for appointment in the peculiar conditions prevailing in the Pradesh.

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HPPSC HPAS Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must meet the required age limit and educational qualifications as prescribed.

Educational Qualification

• A Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a recognized University.
• Candidates awaiting results of a qualifying examination may also apply, subject to conditions specified in the notification.
• Final-year M.B.B.S. or equivalent medical examination candidates (without completed internship) may be provisionally admitted, subject to producing proof at the Personality Test stage.

Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 35 Years

Age Relaxation

Note: Reserved category candidates from other states will be treated as General Category and will not get reservation benefits.

HPPSC HPAS Apply Online 2026

HPPSC HPAS applications are accepted only through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) mode via www.hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc. Candidates should follow the steps below:

1. Visit the official HPPSC website and click “Apply Online” on the homepage.
2. Click “One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations” and register by clicking “New Registration” (if not already registered).
3. Log into the OTR account; the list of live advertisements will be displayed on the dashboard.
4. Select the relevant post and upload all requisite documents as per the advertisement.
5. Give the required undertaking/declaration confirming the uploaded documents are legible and true.
6. Pay the examination fee online; the application is deemed successfully submitted only after fee payment is acknowledged.
7. Select one optional subject for the HPAS Main Examination from the list of subjects.

Note: No change is allowed in the submitted ORA except category change as per prescribed procedure. Candidates must capture a live photograph during application, used for identity verification at the exam hall.

Documents to Upload

• Matriculation Certificate (age proof)
• Bachelor’s Degree Certificate with Marksheets
• Category Certificate(s) (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Ex-Servicemen/WFF/PwD, as applicable)
• Bonafide Himachali Certificate (for reserved category candidates)
• EWS/BPL Certificate (if applicable)
• Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate/Service Book (if applicable)

Examination Fee

Fee is payable online via Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI or other digital modes. Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be reserved for any other examination.

HPPSC HPAS Selection Process 2026

HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2026 selection comprises three stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Personality Test (Interview).

1. Preliminary Examination (Screening Test Only)

• Two objective-type papers: General Studies (Paper-I) and Aptitude Test (Paper-II), 200 marks each, 100 questions each.
• Duration: 2 hours per paper.
• Aptitude Test (Paper-II) is qualifying only, with minimum qualifying marks of 33%; merit for admission to Main Exam is based solely on Paper-I (General Studies).
• Negative Marking: ⅓ mark deducted for each wrong answer; multiple answers treated as wrong; no penalty for unattempted questions.
• Candidates scoring zero or negative marks in Paper-I will not qualify.
• Approx. 20 times the number of vacancies will be admitted to the Main Examination.
• It is mandatory to appear in both papers; failure to do so results in disqualification.

2. Main Examination

• Comprises Compulsory Papers and one Optional Subject.

• Candidates must score at least 40% in each of the compulsory English and Hindi papers, and 45% in the aggregate of other papers (excluding English & Hindi), to qualify.
• Marks in English & Hindi are not counted for overall ranking, only for qualifying.
• Number of candidates called for interview shall not exceed 3 times the number of notified vacancies.
• All papers are of 3 hours duration.

Optional Subjects Available: Indian History, Political Science & International Relations, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Commerce and Accountancy, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Philosophy, Law, Sociology, Public Administration, Management, Geography, Agriculture, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu, English Literature, Psychology, Geology, Physics, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science, Anthropology, Forestry, Horticulture, Medical Sciences.

3. Personality Test (Interview)

• Assesses personal suitability, mental alertness, critical powers of assimilation, social traits, and knowledge of customs/manners/dialects of Himachal Pradesh.
• Final merit is determined by marks in the Main Examination (written + interview) combined; Preliminary Exam marks are not counted.

Important Dates

HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2026 Examination Centres

BILASPUR, CHAMBA, HAMIRPUR, KANGRA, DHARAMSHALA, PALAMPUR, KULLU, MANDI, SHIMLA, NAHAN, SOLAN, UNA, SUNDERNAGAR, RAMPUR BUSHAHR.

FAQs

What is HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2026?

It is a recruitment drive by Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission for 22 posts across H.P. Administrative Services, Block Development Officer, District Controller, District Treasury Officer, and Tehsildar, through the HPAS Combined Competitive Examination-2026.

What is the last date to apply for HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2026?

The closing date for submission of the online application and fee payment is 22 September 2026, 11:59 PM.

What is the age limit for HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be between 21 and 35 years as on 1 January 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories where applicable.

What is the examination fee for HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2026?

A uniform fee of ₹600 is charged from all candidates, irrespective of category, and is non-refundable.

What is the selection process for HPPSC HPAS Recruitment 2026?

Selection comprises a Preliminary Examination (screening only), a Main Examination (written), and a Personality Test (Interview), with final merit based on the Main Exam and Interview combined.

Source: Govt Exam Update